Southern Alberta Art Gallery launches 50th anniversary auction

The Southern Alberta Art Gallery Maansiksikaitsitapiitsinikssin is inviting the community to celebrate its 50th anniversary while supporting local arts through its annual fundraiser.

The gallery’s auction is underway, with online bidding open and in-person viewing of the collection available until April 29.

An art gala is scheduled for May 2 at the Lethbridge Trade and Convention Centre, where attendees can take part in a live auction featuring works by local, national and international artists.

Organizers say the fundraiser generates more than 10 per cent of the gallery’s annual budget, supporting exhibitions, programming and artist fees.